Job Description
Job Description
About Fractional GCs
Fractional GCs is a remote-first boutique law firm that provides flexible, top-notch general counsel services to companies of all sizes—from start-ups to established enterprises. We leverage extensive experience in government and the private sector to deliver customized legal solutions tailored to each client's unique business needs.
Our firm specializes in providing fractional general counsel services, start-up support, commercial contracts, data privacy, and incident response.
We serve as the general counsel our clients don't have, or provide overflow support to existing legal teams, embedding ourselves as strategic partners in their business operations. Our approach emphasizes practical, business-first legal advice that balances day-to-day operational needs with broader organizational priorities, enabling companies to navigate legal challenges efficiently while managing risk and supporting growth.
About Your Role
Reporting directly to the Managing Partner, the Associate Attorney will handle commercial contracts, corporate transactions, and general business counseling for clients across various industries. The ideal candidate will provide strategic legal advice while drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad range of commercial agreements, with significant emphasis on non-disclosure agreements and confidentiality matters.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate a high volume of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), confidentiality agreements, and related protective documents
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, master service agreements, engagement letters, and statements of work as needed
- Lead client relationships and communication while meeting same-day or next-day response times as requested by clients
- Lead negotiations with counterparties while informing and educating clients on positions and issues that arise during contractual negotiations
- Assist with policy and procedure drafting and review
- Conduct legal research and review applicable statutes and regulations
- Escalate matters internally and externally as needed to reach an accurate and efficient solution
- Manage and prioritize multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment
- Maintain contract files and repositories
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Qualifications and Skills
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law schoolActive bar membership in good standing1-3 years of experience in transactional / corporate mattersStrong understanding of corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory mattersExcellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skillsDemonstrated ability to take initiative and exercise independent judgmentDetail-oriented with ability to meet tight deadlinesAbility to work independently and as part of a collaborative teamStrong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present legal issues clearly and conciselyExceptional organizational skills and ability to handle demanding responsibilities in a high-volume environmentFlexibility and comfort with a dynamic, often-changing environmentCompensation and Benefits
This role is eligible for the firm’s full employee benefits package, which includes :
Competitive salary range of $70,000-$80,000 based on experienceComprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents401(k) plan with 100% match for the first 1% and 50% match for the next 5%Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA)Group life insurance and disability coverageFlexible PTO policyPaid holidays